October 8th, 11:59 PM
— 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 100. For the Wind Advisory, south
winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Death Valley National Park.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Friday. For the
Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Heat
related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and
high humidity events.
October 8th, 11:40 AM
— 2:00 PM
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420
Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey,
Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties,
421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern
Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in
Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and
Eastern Mineral Counties.
* TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.
* WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent.
* DURATION...3 to 6 hours.
* IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry
conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can
cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first
responders can contain them.
October 8th, 11:59 PM
— 4:00 PM
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
* WHERE...Esmeralda and Central Nye County, Lincoln County, and
Western Clark and Southern Nye County.
* WHEN...From 2 PM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be a lull in the winds from
late Saturday night through Sunday morning before winds increase
once again Sunday afternoon.
October 8th, 11:59 PM
— 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
with heat index values up to 100. For the Wind Advisory, south
winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Death Valley National Park.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM PDT Friday. For the
Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Heat
related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and
high humidity events.
October 8th, 11:45 AM
— 2:00 PM
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
* WHERE...In California, Mono County. In Nevada, Mineral and Southern
Lyon Counties.
* WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
12:13 AM
— 5:00 PM
ESFLKN
A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward
into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant
atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward
into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and
Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce
heavy rainfall and localized flooding.
Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the
Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous
smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to
flash flooding and debris flow.
Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash
Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and
recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.
October 8th, 1:46 PM
— 5:30 AM
ESFLKN
A low pressure system over the Pacific Northwest will drop southward
into Northern California Sunday. This storm system will draw abundant
atmospheric moisture associated with Tropical Storm Rachel northward
into Eastern Nevada, resulting in the likelihood of rain Sunday and
Sunday night. Slow storm motions and/or training cells may produce
heavy rainfall and localized flooding.
Of particular concern are recent, large burn scars, including the
Ward fire south of Ely and the Oxley fire north of Wells. Numerous
smaller burn scare from this fire season also remain vulnerable to
flash flooding and debris flow.
Residents near burn scars should have multiple ways to receive Flash
Flood Warning and be prepared to act quickly. Travelers and
recreationists should also remain alert and consider alternate plans.
Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping
**Heat Warning:** Death Valley National Park is known for its extreme summer heat. Camping is not recommended during this time, as daytime temperatures can average at least 100°F (38°C) with little relief from cooler overnight temperatures.*** ***Be aware of these extremes, take necessary precautions, and camp at your own risk.
Death Valley Backcountry Roadside Camping
**FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE: **Campfires are only permitted with the use of a fire pan or other fireproof barrier that prevents the fire from directly contacting the ground and does not damage the natural surface. NO wood gathering is allowed. **All accumulated ashes and burned wood must be collected and packed out.**
Sierra National Forest
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Sierra National Forest
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 05‑15‑00‑26‑11 removes Fish Camp, Soda Springs, and Little Jackass from closure list; temporarily closes certain recreation sites, roads, and trails identified in Exhibits A and B as a public safety precaution due to widespread hazard…
Sierra National Forest
This order restricts fire use, smoking, internal combustion engines, and open‑flame tools to specific designated areas or conditions. Outside those approved locations, all such activities are prohibited under 36 C.F.R. § 261.52.
Sierra National Forest
Forest Order 05-15-00-26-09 prohibits fires/campfires above 10,400 ft south of the specified ridgeline boundary—and above 10,000 ft north of it—as well as within the areas designated in Exhibits A - O (Ansel Adams/John Muir Wilderness) under 36 C.F.R. § 261.52(a).
Sierra National Forest
Forest Order No. 05-15-00-26-08 reopens the newly renovated Jackass Meadow Campgrounds, removing it from Exhibit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list.
Sierra National Forest
The net effect of this order is to reopen Ross Crossing Dispersed Camping Area, and close the bridge onStevenson Trail (i.e. adding and removing them from Exhibit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list)
Sierra National Forest
The net effect of this order is to reopen Kinnikinnick Campground and Florence Lake Picnic Area (i.e removing them from Exabit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list).
Sierra National Forest
Forest Order 05-15-51-25-21 is effectively terminated on June 19, 2026. Mammoth Pool boat launch is again available for public access.
Sierra National Forest
The Sierra National Forest welcomes visitors back to the area affected by the Garnet Fire. While this landscape is open, many hazards remain. If visiting this area, please plan carefully before you go — you are entering post-fire terrain where hazard trees, loose soil, flooding, and debris flows…
Sierra National Forest
Order 05-15-00-26-04 is part of the Sierra National Forest's responsibility to implement Designated Wilderness Use policies. The purpose of the Order is to protect natural resources and wilderness values while also providing for public safety. The Order is renewed every two years in accordance…
Sierra National Forest
Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all unattended food and garbage within Developed Recreation Sites on the Sierra National Forest be secured in bear‑resistant containers.
Sierra National Forest
The Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all overnight visitors in Wilderness areas must use approved hard‑sided bear canisters or properly counter‑balance their food at least 15 feet above the ground and 10 feet horizontally from the trunk of a tree.
Sierra National Forest
The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…
Sierra National Forest
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest
Furnace Creek Campground
**Heat Warning:** Death Valley National Park is known for its extreme summer heat. Camping is not recommended during this time, as daytime temperatures can average at least 100°F (38°C) with little relief from cooler overnight temperatures.*** ***Be aware of these extremes, take necessary precautions, and camp at your own risk.
Inyo National Forest
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Inyo National Forest
Southern California Edison is doing road work in Silver and Wyman Canyon. Work in Wyman Canyon Road 06S01 will be ongoing through September and early October. Work in Silver Canyon Rd 06S02 will start in October. When driving in the area, please prepare for potential delays and use caution as…
Inyo National Forest
The Inyo Craters Closures are for public safety during a hazard tree mitigation project. The project consists of felling hazard trees, piling limbs and slash, and preparing tree trunks for eventual public fuelwood collection when the project is complete. The majority of the project is conducted…
Inyo National Forest
This Forest Order prohibits recreating in the Hanna Mill Site Closure Area to provide for the safety of the visiting public.
Inyo National Forest
This closure is one in the series for the Shady Rest Project, which consists of forest health and fuels reduction work including vegetation thinning, removal of dead and downed material, shrub reduction, roadside tree limbing, and burn pile construction.
Inyo National Forest
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for Inyo National Forest lands to protect natural resources and provide for public safety during dry conditions. The following acts are prohibited within the Inyo National Forest through December 31, 2026.1. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or…
Inyo National Forest
To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Panorama portion of the ESCCRP project.
Inyo National Forest
To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Forest Trail.
Inyo National Forest
Reds Meadow Road is being reconstructed to greatly improve public access and traffic safety.Road opening and closing dates are subject to change based on weather conditions. For the most up to date information, please contact the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center at (760) 924-5500 and this website:…
Inyo National Forest
This Forest Order prohibits recreating, entering or being in the Mammoth Mill Site Closure Area and the Mammoth Stamp Mill Trail to provide for public safety.
Inyo National Forest
Our partners are helping the Town of Mammoth Lakes do hazard tree mitigation along the Mammoth Scenic Road. Both gates on the Scenic Loop will be closed for approximately 33 days beginning May 6 due to critical forest health work in the Inyo Craters area.This isn’t just routine maintenance, this…
Inyo National Forest
To provide for public safety and the protection of resources within the Inyo National Forest, the following acts are prohibited: Camping or having a campfire within the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest National Protection Area, possessing, storing, or transporting any part of a Bristlecone or Limber…
Inyo National Forest
The non-native, highly invasive golden mussel was discovered in Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in October 2024. Once established, they can affect flood control by reducing water flow and contribute to harmful algal blooms. Please contact the waterbody you plan to visit for latest information about…
Inyo National Forest
Family Campground group size limit is 6 people/2 vehicles. Group campgrounds size limit varies.Food and refuse must be stored in bear-resistant boxes or trash cans.In recreation sites, campfires are only allowed in designated rings.Most Inyo NF campgrounds have 14-day stay limits, but there are a…
Inyo National Forest
This forest order prohibits recreating in the Mount Whitney Zone unless you have the proper wilderness permit.
Inyo National Forest
Wilderness Use Restrictions in the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Hoover, and Golden Trout Wildernesses include permit requirements, group size limits, camping location restrictions, pack stock restrictions, etc.
Inyo National Forest
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown in the Exhibits.
Inyo National Forest
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown on the Exhibits/Maps.
Inyo National Forest
This forest order prohibits access to roads affected by the Eastern Sierra Climate and Communities Resilience Project to provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work surrounding the Town of Mammoth Lakes and beyond. The closure orders are dynamic and…
Inyo National Forest
This Forest Order prohibits recreating in Hot Creek within the Mammoth Ranger District.
Inyo National Forest
This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the B&B Mine and Mill Site Closure Area.
Inyo National Forest
Food and refuse must be stored in a bear-resistant container in these locations (listed in Exhibit A, and shown in maps C-J).